We learn from many different aspects, not a linear path. This helps us attain new knowledge & how to use it. Traits that were learned & will be used / reinforced upon are: Learn from mistakes, re-evaluate you views, recover from failures, make your own luck, push for what you believe in, actions are louder than words.. This is an ongoing process that never stops.
As well, we need to plan for teaching to multiple intelligences. Each student has their own mix. We can consider competency, holistic, & inclusive based learning, to build on this.
Fluidity is the best part of intelligence, it is & will always be developed. Elements that I learned & will continue to consider are: seek novelty, challenge ones self, think creatively, work out emotionally, & network. I will continue to do this.
Being authentic in teaching will result in authentic learning. Traits that were learned & that I have or will grow in are. Realistic perceptions of reality, accepting of others, & ones self, thoughtful, non hostile sense of humor, express emotions freely & clearly, learn form mistakes, understand my motivations. On the learning side of this the characteristics to use & reinforce are… Real world problems, open ended enquiry, students engaging in group learning, Reinforce their learning in project groups.
In summary to this, Authentic learning must be not self directed, but directed to others, while using real life / real world context, so it can be applied more fluidly. I will be reinforcing this.
